Comment from Liquid Energy Pipeline Association (LEPA) & American Petroleum Institute (API)

Summary: The American Petroleum Institute (API) and the Liquid Energy Pipeline Association (LEPA) support PHMSA's efforts to reform the special permit program to improve safety and efficiency. They specifically advocate for tailoring permit conditions to the specific waiver requested, establishing a 9-month review timeline, and setting a minimum 15-year renewal period for granted permits.